Michelle Stitzlein's beautiful butterfly sculptures are made from recycled materials. At first glance you may think that they are small pieces of jewelry. No, these moths and butterflies have a massive wingspan of approximately 11 feet. See the image with people viewing a hanging piece for perspective.
Stitzlein repurposes items such as car parts, bottle caps, licence plates, plumbing hardware, oil drum lids, and piano keys to build the sculptures. I noticed the blue moth has bent bicycle handlebars as antennae, and she has used headlights on the stunning silver one for its feelers.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Recycling Art
- Opportunity for artists to create unique artwork using recycled materials, leading to more sustainable practices.
- Sustainable Sculpture
- Creating sustainable sculptures using repurposed materials as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional art supplies.
- Upcycling Design
- Innovating upcycling design by using unconventional materials, leading to more eco-friendly and creative product designs.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art and Design
- Incorporating sustainable practices and the use of repurposed materials in art and design.
- Waste Management
- Investing in sustainable waste management practices to support and encourage recycling and upcycling initiatives.
- Home Decor
- Creating unique and eco-friendly home decor items by utilizing repurposed materials to attract environmentally conscious consumers.
